JACQUELINE SAPINDALO MWEPU
Lusaka
Summary
Results-driven Finance Manager with over a decade of experience in financial strategy, budgeting, forecasting, and treasury management. Proven ability to optimize cash flow, mitigate financial risks, and drive cost efficiencies.
Committed to delivering impactful results through collaborative leadership, and cross-functional team engagement.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Finance Manager
Fert Seed Grain Zambia Limited
09.2024 - Current
- Managed payroll processing for multiple entities, including tax filings and compliance checks.
- Coordinated departmental budgeting efforts to support organizational objectives.
- Identified cost-saving opportunities through process improvements and automation.
- Collaborated with external auditors to ensure accuracy of financial statements during annual audits.
- Maintained accounts payable and receivable records, ensuring timely payments.
- Monitored cash flow to guarantee sufficient liquidity for operations.
- Prepared and analyzed financial statements to guide executive decision-making.
Chief Financial Officer
JABU Wallet
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Collaborated with IT team to test wallet functionality and ensure compliance with BOZ standards.
- Signed and approved budgets for new funding initiatives and program development.
Finance Manager
JABU Technologies Zambia Limited
10.2022 - 01.2024
- Designed and implemented dynamic budgeting models to enhance monthly operations and support scalable growth in Lusaka.
- Managed cash flow forecasting to ensure sufficient working capital for financial obligations.
- Collaborated with executives to assess operations and recommend improvements, resulting in 20% revenue growth.
Country Manager - Finance
mPharma Zambia Ltd
03.2020 - 09.2022
- Achieved 70% budget adherence through effective financial analysis and budgeting for Zambia's operations.
- Overhauled treasury policies, reducing payment processing times by 30% and enhancing vendor relationships.
- Presented quarterly financial results to the board, highlighting risks and identifying cost-saving opportunities.
Senior Finance Associate
mPharma Zambia Ltd
06.2018 - 02.2020
- Aligned departmental spending with revenue targets through development of annual budgets and forecasts.
- Reduced capital injection reliance by 20% by implementing effective cash management strategies.
- Ensured compliance with all statutory bodies
Cost Analyst
First Quantum Mining & Operations Ltd
08.2016 - 05.2018
- Compiled monthly flight statistics and created Cognos reports for various analyses.
- Maintained ledgers and ensured accurate cost code postings for Kafue Transport Services.
- Prepared month-end reports, budgets, and forecasts to support financial planning.
- Analyzed costs associated with Kafue Transport Services to identify trends and discrepancies.
- Developed journals to correct posted entries and enhance financial accuracy.
- Allocated invoice costs to appropriate cost centers for improved budget tracking.
- Executed service reports and conducted thorough cost analysis for operational insights.
Accounts Payables Officer/ Tax Assistant
First Quantum Mining & Operations Ltd
01.2014 - 07.2016
- Prepared monthly bank reconciliations to ensure accurate financial records.
- Reclassified inventory codes for improved tracking and categorization.
- Completed costing of shipments to maintain precise budget allocations.
- Allocated freight invoices to corresponding shipments for streamlined accounting.
- Reviewed shipments to determine readiness for closure.
- Proposed journal entries necessary for clearing closed shipments.
- Compiled monthly shipment reports for management review.
- Prepared comprehensive annual ZEITI Reports with detailed analysis.
Accounts Payables Clerk
First Quantum Mining & Operations Ltd
07.2013 - 12.2013
- Processed invoices and payments per company policies and procedures.
- Maintained organized accounts payable files and records to enhance accuracy.
Administrative Assistant
Agro Foam Supplier Ltd
02.2013 - 07.2013
- Maintained accurate records for all products received, stored, shipped, and returned.
- Verified accuracy of incoming and outgoing inventory records to ensure data integrity.
- Resolved customer complaints related to refunds, enhancing service satisfaction.
Audit Trainee
Moores Rowland Chartered Accountants
01.2012 - 12.2012
- Conducted stock takes, invoice vouching.
- Drafted reports summarizing the results of Stock takes
Education
CIMA Advanced Management Diploma -
Chartered Institute of Management Accountants
01.2023
Post Graduate Diploma - Accounting & Finance
Institute of Certified Management Accountants
01.2021
MBA -
University of South Wales
03-2019
BA - Business Administration
Copperbelt University
06-2012
Skills
- Budgeting & Forecasting
- Treasury Management
- Financial Reporting & Compliance
- Strategic Financial Leadership
References
- Mr. C. Ziwa, Financial Controller, First Quantum Mining & Operations Ltd, P.O Box 230022, +260 212 659048
- Mr. Edwin Bichanga, Managing Director, mPharma Zambia Ltd, +260 978645158, edwin@mpharma.com
- Mr. Kabwe Mkandawire, Human Resources Manager, Jabu Technologies Limited, +260 978981325
Languages
English
Proficient
C2
Accomplishments
- Red Star Award (mPharma, 2020)
- Most Outstanding Employee (First Quantum, 2015).
Timeline
Finance Manager
Fert Seed Grain Zambia Limited
09.2024 - Current
Chief Financial Officer
JABU Wallet
01.2023 - 01.2024
Finance Manager
JABU Technologies Zambia Limited
10.2022 - 01.2024
Country Manager - Finance
mPharma Zambia Ltd
03.2020 - 09.2022
Senior Finance Associate
mPharma Zambia Ltd
06.2018 - 02.2020
Cost Analyst
First Quantum Mining & Operations Ltd
08.2016 - 05.2018
Accounts Payables Officer/ Tax Assistant
First Quantum Mining & Operations Ltd
01.2014 - 07.2016
Accounts Payables Clerk
First Quantum Mining & Operations Ltd
07.2013 - 12.2013
Administrative Assistant
Agro Foam Supplier Ltd
02.2013 - 07.2013
Audit Trainee
Moores Rowland Chartered Accountants
01.2012 - 12.2012
CIMA Advanced Management Diploma -
Chartered Institute of Management Accountants
Post Graduate Diploma - Accounting & Finance
Institute of Certified Management Accountants
MBA -
University of South Wales
BA - Business Administration
Copperbelt University
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